How I Spent My Last Holiday Composition English Grammar Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Week 1: Composition – “How I Spent My Last Holiday”

Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Explain what a narrative composition is.
2. Develop points on how they spent their last holiday.
3. Write a composition on “How I Spent My Last Holiday.”

Lesson Plan

Subject: English Studies

Class: Primary 3

Term: First Term

Week: 1

Period: Fifth

Age: 7 years

Topic: Composition

Sub-topic: How I Spent My Last Holiday

Duration: 60 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Explain what a narrative composition is.
2. Develop points on how they spent their last holiday.
3. Write a composition on “How I Spent My Last Holiday.”

Keywords: Narrative, composition, holiday, writing

Set Induction: Start by asking pupils to share one fun thing they did during their last holiday.

Entry Behavior: Pupils have basic writing skills and have experienced a holiday.

Learning Resources and Materials: Whiteboard, markers, paper, pencils.

Building Background/Connection to

Prior Knowledge: Discuss how sharing experiences through writing can be enjoyable and informative.

Embedded Core Skills: Writing, organizing thoughts, sequencing events.

Learning Materials: Whiteboard, markers, paper, pencils.

Reference Books: Lagos State Scheme of Work, Primary English Textbook.

Instructional Materials: Whiteboard, markers, paper, pencils.

Content:

1. Definition of Narrative Composition:
   • A narrative composition is a piece of writing that tells a story about a personal experience. It includes a beginning, middle, and end, and often describes events in chronological order.
2. Developing Points for the Composition:
   • Introduction: Briefly mention that you are writing about how you spent your last holiday.
   • Body:
     • Point 1: Where you went (e.g., “I visited my grandparents in the village.”)
     • Point 2: Activities you did (e.g., “I helped my grandparents with farm work, played with my cousins, and went fishing.”)
     • Point 3: Special events or experiences (e.g., “We celebrated my grandmother’s birthday with a big party.”)
   • Conclusion: Summarize your feelings about the holiday (e.g., “I had a wonderful time and learned many new things.”)
3. Writing the Composition:
   • Pupils will write a composition based on the points they developed.

Evaluation 

1. A narrative composition is a piece of writing that ______.
   a) tells a story
   b) lists facts
   c) asks questions
   d) gives commands
2. The first part of a narrative composition is the ______.
   a) conclusion
   b) body
   c) introduction
   d) title
3. In a narrative composition, events are usually described in ______ order.
   a) random
   b) alphabetical
   c) reverse
   d) chronological
4. The middle part of a narrative composition is called the ______.
   a) conclusion
   b) introduction
   c) title
   d) body
5. The last part of a narrative composition is the ______.
   a) introduction
   b) body
   c) conclusion
   d) title
6. A narrative composition often describes ______ experiences.
   a) imaginary
   b) personal
   c) fictional
   d) general
7. In the introduction, you should briefly mention the ______ of your story.
   a) end
   b) characters
   c) setting
   d) topic
8. The body of the composition includes ______ of what happened.
   a) a summary
   b) details
   c) questions
   d) commands
9. In the conclusion, you can share your ______ about the experience.
   a) guesses
   b) feelings
   c) jokes
   d) questions
10. “How I spent my last holiday” is an example of a ______ topic.
    a) descriptive
    b) narrative
    c) expository
    d) persuasive
11. The sentence “I visited my grandparents in the village” should be included in the ______.
    a) introduction
    b) body
    c) conclusion
    d) title
12. Describing what activities you did during your holiday should be in the ______.
    a) introduction
    b) body
    c) conclusion
    d) title
13. Summarizing your feelings about the holiday belongs in the ______.
    a) introduction
    b) body
    c) conclusion
    d) title
14. A narrative composition usually includes a ______.
    a) beginning, middle, and end
    b) list of questions
    c) set of commands
    d) list of facts
15. The main purpose of a narrative composition is to ______.
    a) inform
    b) entertain
    c) persuade
    d) instruct

Class Activity Discussion 

1. Q: What is a narrative composition?
   A: A piece of writing that tells a story about a personal experience.
2. Q: What should the introduction of a narrative composition include?
   A: A brief mention of the topic of the story.
3. Q: How are events usually described in a narrative composition?
   A: In chronological order.
4. Q: What is included in the body of a narrative composition?
   A: Details of what happened.
5. Q: What does the conclusion of a narrative composition summarize?
   A: Your feelings about the experience.
6. Q: Why do we write narrative compositions?
   A: To share personal experiences and entertain or inform others.
7. Q: What can be a topic for a narrative composition?
   A: “How I spent my last holiday.”
8. Q: Where should you describe the activities you did during your holiday?
   A: In the body of the composition.
9. Q: What should you include in the conclusion of your composition?
   A: A summary of your feelings about the holiday.
10. Q: What is the main purpose of a narrative composition?
    A: To tell a story about a personal experience.
11. Q: How many parts does a narrative composition typically have?
    A: Three parts: introduction, body, and conclusion.
12. Q: Can a narrative composition include dialogue?
    A: Yes, it can include dialogue to make the story more interesting.
13. Q: Is a narrative composition written in the first person or third person?
    A: It is usually written in the first person.
14. Q: What tense is typically used in a narrative composition?
    A: Past tense.
15. Q: What should you do before writing a narrative composition?
    A: Develop points and plan the structure of your story.

Presentation:

1. Step 1: Revising the previous topic
   • Briefly recap the last lesson on reading comprehension.
2. Step 2: Introducing the new topic
   • Explain what a narrative composition is.
3. Step 3: Allowing pupils to contribute and correcting them as necessary
   • Guide pupils in developing points for their composition and then writing it.

Teacher’s Activities:

1. Explain the concept of a narrative composition.
2. Help pupils develop points for their composition.
3. Guide pupils in writing their compositions.
4. Provide feedback and correct mistakes.

Learners’ Activities:

1. Listen to the explanation of a narrative composition.
2. Develop points on how they spent their last holiday.
3. Write a composition based on the points they developed.
4. Share their compositions with the class.

Assessment:

1. Oral questions about narrative compositions.
2. Review of pupils’ compositions.
3. Feedback on writing structure and content.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is a narrative composition?
2. What should the introduction of a narrative composition include?
3. How are events described in a narrative composition?
4. What is included in the body of a narrative composition?
5. What does the conclusion of a narrative composition summarize?
6. Why do we write narrative compositions?
7. What should you describe in the body of your composition?
8. What should you include in the conclusion of your composition?
9. How many parts does a narrative composition typically have?
10. What tense is typically used in a narrative composition?

Conclusion:
Summarize the key points of the lesson, emphasizing the structure and purpose of a narrative composition. Provide feedback on pupils’ compositions and correct any mistakes.

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